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    Top Hot Pot

    3.7 (24 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Customized hot pot bowl with miso broth.
    Jaiden S.

    Came here with a group of 5 during a busy time of day. The servers accommodated our group and helped us to understand how the flow of things go. The wall of toppings was amazing, so many options to choose from. Surprisingly affordable for the amount of food I got, and everything tasted amazing.

    Tiffany W.

    Dropped by for a quick lunch but my bowl took longer than expected and they ended up making the wrong soup base. I didn't have time for them to remake it but the Tom yum wasn't my favourite. The server was apologetic and gave me a free drink which was nice. The food selection isnt as big as other malatang spots and there's no free desserts like at Hi Bowl and Souper Hot Pot down the street.

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    David S.

    So after a monumental snowstorm and having missed breakfast, I really wanted something to warm me up, and a hot pot seemed like just the thing. The day after the giant snowstorm meant I could easily get a seat for lunch here. Other times I've passed by, the place has been packed. It's a simple concept. You grab a bowl and a pair of tongs, and make your way down the line, picking your vegetables, proteins, and starches. I got some dumplings, some thinly shaved beef, some lotus root...anyway, the selection seemed very good and everything tasted fresh. You choose a broth and pay. After you pay, you can build a sauce bowl with soy sauce, sugar, sesame paste...again, lots of choices. I'll just say the homemade chili oil is the real deal. If you spend $25 before tax, you get a free drink. My broth was the mushroom one. It had a pleasant mild taste. When I added my sauce directly into the bowl, everything changed. Everything tasted fresh. Things cooked for the same amount of time, so raw shrimp got a little bit chewy, but that's nothing I didn't expect. The seating is a bit weird. One huge communal table, and then some four sets along the front and left wall. And a big bar taking up some real estate just behind the communal table. So if you go there when it's packed, maybe expect to rub elbows with a stranger. Service was efficient, and then friendly. Ambience wise, the music had some curse words in some of the songs. If that would bother you, then maybe find a different place. Like others have said, the price is $3.99 per 100 grams. I got a lot of food, and paid under $34 with tip included. Would definitely go again, but am eager to try out other hot pot restaurants in this winter weather.

    Tracey N.

    There is no host, when you first walk in you can find your seat or get started on picking out your ingredients. There was a good variety of ingredients, I was surprised that they had crawfish, oyster and octopus. The service was quick and the restaurant was clean. The music was a little too loud for my liking. Would recommend this spot if you're craving for some delicious tomato broth.

    Roya G.

    We came here because another well known spot was full for the night. It definitely filled the hot pot shaped hole we had in our tummies! The price by weight is fair and there's a good selection of foods to choose from. Broth was a bit thin in flavor and had to be seasoned by adding some of the sauce bar items. Friendly staff and clean place!

    Michelle D.

    I had low expectations because of some of the mixed reviews but was still very excited to try it with my friend. We both got the malatang hot pot soup base and filled up our pot with as much as we wanted! Mine came out to around $15 and I enjoyed the seafood balls, udon, and sweet potato noodles. I found the broth was quite rich and flavourful. Everything was piping hot. I understand because they throw everything in at the same time, it does affect the done-ness of the ingredients (like my broccoli came out SOFT SOFT). Still, I enjoyed the sauce bar and service was fast and nice. The restaurant was also pretty clean.

    Christy H.

    Tried out top hot pot during a weekday night - wasn't too busy and we were seated immediately. It's your typical DIY hotpot place, where you grab a bowl, pick any ingredients, weight your bowl, and pay by the weight. It was $3.99 per 100g I believe! They had a fair amount of ingredients to choose from - almost the same as the other DIY hotpot spots in Toronto. But I found that they had more soup base options - about 10. We tried out their pork bone and Korean army stew soup bases which were pretty good. They also have drinks to choose from - the yuzu soda was our favourite from the ones we tried. They also offer shaved ice after your meal which was okay. Service was a bit slow, but they are also a new restaurant! Great music and lively atmosphere. 3.5/5

    Carol L.

    I've tried all the recent DIY hot pot places in downtown so when hearing about this place opening up, definitely wanted to check it out. We came here for dinner on Friday and wait wasn't too long - about 5 mins. Price is very reasonable with 3.99/100g and lots of options to choose from. Very similar to other DIY hot pot places except no ice cream in the end. I got the pork bone broth and it was very flavourful! I did get a sense they were understaffed when it started getting busier but the staff is super nice ane thoughtful with their reccomendations for sauces and broth. They were also quick when water or sauce items needed refilling

    Mala Spicy Dry Mix Bowl

    This self serve malatang hot pot spot was the worst I have ever had. This restaurant feels like if someone was trying to copy Big Way or Souper but doesn't understand how Malatang places work. Out of all the dry broths i've tried, i've never received a bowl so wet. When I asked the worker if this was the correct order he said that was their dry bowl. he went on to explain that their dry bowls are just the regular bowls with the liquid drained so the water was normal for them. Very catered to western ideology of asian food. Cost more per 100g than other places.

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    Great service, food was really tasty, and had a great atmosphere in the restaurant. Very clean and our server was very sweet and helpful.

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    So amazing best service ever literally good food i recommend this place 100% if i want a hot pot really affordable

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    Lala Spicy Lab

    Lala Spicy Lab

    4.6(32 reviews)
    0.9 kmDowntown Core

    Food: We came here because they were offering a $9.99 Summer Light single hot pot, which felt like…read morea really good deal for an individual hot pot. We tried both the roasted chili & fermented black bean and Sichuan spicy soup bases, and I liked that they actually had different flavour profiles rather than just tasting like different levels of spice. We also ordered the pork wontons and spicy crispy tofu. The crispy tofu was one of my favourites because it added a nice crunch in between bites of hot pot. For dessert, we tried the banana mystery parfait and camellia oolong parfait. I especially liked the oolong parfait since it's not a flavour you see on dessert menus very often. I also really liked the individual hot pot format. Sometimes I want hot pot without committing to a full AYCE meal, so this was a nice option, especially for the price. Service: The staff were really helpful, especially because we weren't sure what to order at first. They took the time to explain the $9.99 deal and helped us figure out how everything worked. Our food also came out pretty quickly, which was nice. Ambiance: It's a fairly small spot and it was already busy when we went, even though it was a weekday. I'd probably recommend going a little earlier if you want to avoid waiting or have an easier time getting a table. Overall, we had a good experience and I'd come back, especially when I'm craving hot pot but don't feel like doing a full AYCE meal.

    Funny enough, a hot pot spot has become my favorite place for ice cream downtown. They regularly…read moreswitch up their ice cream and parfait flavors, and we've never had a miss. We tried the Affogato Floating Black Tea Ice Cream, and it was the perfect midday pick-me-up. The black tea flavor was strong and aromatic. We didn't pick up much coffee flavor, but we'll happily take the caffeine boost. The grass jelly and pudding were the perfect additions, especially as the ice cream melted into them. Such a fun and refreshing little treat!

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    Lala Spicy Lab - Spicy Tenderloin Thick Handmade Noodles with Golden egg

    Spicy Tenderloin Thick Handmade Noodles with Golden egg

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    Daimaru Shabu Shabu

    Daimaru Shabu Shabu

    4.5(536 reviews)
    19.1 kmMilliken, Scarborough
    $$$

    Worth it and great value for the price! The food was delicious, and Chen was very friendly and…read moreaccommodating. She made our experience even better. Will definitely come back!

    Y'all not even exaggerating when I say this but Daimaru 100% lives up to the hype. Took forever for…read moreme to finally try this spot and I wish I had tried it sooner-- everything from the broths, meat/produce selection, sauce bar, service, and atmosphere really impressed my friend & I. All of their meats were fresh, well tempered (not stale/straight out of the freezer). Condiment bar was self serve and had a wide selection to customize your sauce. Their veggies were also very fresh & the appetizers such as wings & the squid ink dumpling were AMAZING. Soft drinks are also included in the Premium AYCE price at $45/pp after tax. All of their waitstaff we interacted with were kind, patient, attentive, and helpful. Their seating layout is also notable-- each individual table was enclosed, it gave a more cozy/private feel rather than loud & overstimulating despite dining during peak hour. If I could critique even just one thing, it'd be the dessert options, almond pudding and ice jelly were a bit disappointing to end the meal with cuz they weren't great in our opinion, but not problematic enough for me to dock a star. Next time I'm craving hotpot, Daimaru will absolutely be at the top of my choice list moving forward!

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    Matsutei Sukiyaki - Matsutei Sukiyaki - udon noodles

    Matsutei Sukiyaki

    4.0(24 reviews)
    1.0 kmChinatown, Downtown Core

    Matsutei Sukiyaki offers comforting Japanese hot pit in a warm and cozy atmosphere. They offer both…read moreAYCE hot pot and à la carte. There's also AYCE drink option available. You can choose between many varieties of fresh ingredients: noodles and rice, vegetables, seafood, meat and broths. The sauce station makes crafting your own sauce easy and enjoyable. We visited for a weekday dinner and ordered the "Premium Set AYCE" and enjoyed the delicious hot pot and the vibes. For dessert, you can order soft serve ice cream and "Hanami Dango". The staff are friendly and guide you through the experience. The service is fast and efficient.

    Came here for the first time. My partner tried a different location and kept telling me about it…read more Decided to come here today. We got there around 5ish. The place itself was pretty empty. They had a large seating area. Only 2 tables plus us. The food came fairly quickly. They have a sauce bar and with some fruits there. I found the menu to be pretty small. A lot of it were like filler food. Like spam, different types of balls. It was mostly just beef or seafood. The beef didn't taste as tender as other places we been to before. It actually tastes quite dry. Our server also never really came around. We had to wait till someone comes around. Another weird thing that they do is add a mandatory 12% tips onto your bill. They do tell you before hand, but it felt obligated when it's forced onto the bill. Super weird

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    Jin Dal Lae - Gamjatang

    Jin Dal Lae

    4.4(146 reviews)
    2.7 kmKoreatown, Seaton Village, Palmerston
    $$

    This restaurant has amazing Korean food and service! With a very cozy environment and kind staff,…read moremy entire experience here was great. The staff helped us through the menu and gave us recommendations, and was so kind and fun to chat with! I had gotten the chicken katsu and my friend the beef tartar bibimbap. Both came with amazing portions and we had food to spare. The katsu was perfectly crispy, and the house made sauce was perfectly seasoned and amazing! It also came with apples and salad on the side which was a perfect pallet cleanser. The bibimbap had a great variety of toppings and everything was seasoned well. When thoroughly mixed, everything bite had a bit of everything and it was delicious. On top of the food u get when you order, the meal also comes with 6 different sides. There was 3 different kimchi, braised potatoes and 2 others that I'm not sure what they are, but they were delicious. My favourite was the potatoes and kimchi! Overall this is an amazing place to bring those close to you for delicious korean food!

    TLDR - Affordably priced. Good portion. Reasonable taste…read more There were so many Korean restaurants on Bathhurst and Bloor that were highly ranked on Yelp that we decided to choose one based on the second most reliable pointer - there were many Koreans dining inside. Hence we entered Jin Dai Lae. Good decision (yes, I am patting my back). Entree pricing was $3 to $4 lower than Markham/Richmond Hill. Portion was so big that you would be full, and might have to doggy bag. Most importantly, food tasted good. Short ribs stew had many pieces of beef. Squids hot plate was saucy. It wasn't too spicy, so it was good for me (menu didn't have a chilli sign either). For people who like it hot, you can ask for some chilli sauce.

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    Jin Dal Lae - Beef tartare dolsot bibimbap

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    Big Way Hot Pot - Extra hot malatang with mango lemonade

    Big Way Hot Pot

    4.0(51 reviews)
    19.4 kmMilliken, Scarborough

    This is a new concept for us US-East Coasters and we enjoyed the customer service and the process…read moreof how to get your ingredients and how they served your bowl. So, how this works is you get your pot/bowl, get the ingredients you want first, they scale your bowl on how much to charge you, then you select your broth. I didn't want to die that night, so I got the Collagen Bone Broth. Very simple! You can also make your own dipping sauce on the side which made it very convenient if you got a simple broth like me. Restaurant is very modern and hip. I love how things were kept clean, such as the table, floor, stations to get your sauce. We ended with getting the matcha ice cream which was really good! Highly recommend this spot, for sureeee!

    Located at plaza mcowan and finch. Free parking in the plaza. Walking in you get the bowls and…read moretongs to grab the hot pot ingredients from the wall. It's pay by weight so the more you get the more it costs. Different soup base was nice I got the bone broth. There was a few people ahead of us at lunch and it can get a bit crowded in that area. Some of the fish and chicken looked a bit questionable. Anyways you pay at the counter and lunch it comes with a drink and small ice cream at the end. You get a # and the food will be brought to you when it's ready. There is a sauce bar where you can combine sauces toppings. Soup was nice not too salty or strong. I ordered with a couple others however my hot pot came last to the point where the others were more or less done eating even though we paid the same time and I could not enjoy because it was lunch and only so much time to eat. Definitely at least 25 minutes wait while I watch everyone else get their hot pot as we all laid around the same time. Because towards after initial entering there was not another large group of people having lunch. So factor in how busy the line is and how long you will wait to receive your food. I think it is nice you can choose what you want and the amount you want to eat. However it could be slow wait to get your meal.

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    Big Way Hot Pot - Collagen broth

    Collagen broth

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    Mabu Generation - Fried Chicken

    Mabu Generation

    4.3(78 reviews)
    1.1 kmDowntown Core
    $$

    For me personally this is on the pricier side of regular dining out, but the food and service are…read moreworth it whenever if is in the budget to go. I have an onion and garlic intolerance (I will be sick for 2-4 days if I get any), and some restaurants are born good with handling that. The staff checked all the prepped stuff and sauces and came back with suggestions of what I could have. One of the suggestions was the sukiyaki hotpot. I enjoyed it so much I've been back twice for it, and will be going in the future. The first visit was with friends, and they all really enjoyed their food as well, so my dish isn't a lone syandout.

    We came as a group of five on a Sunday night and were seated right away at the communal high table…read more The inside has a nice ambiance, it has a moody industrial style decor with a bit of retro Taiwanese night market charm. We decided to share a bunch of dishes so we can try a bit of everything. The popcorn chicken was so delicious, perfectly crunchy and well seasoned. The BBQ sausage was very flavorful. The beef steak egg pancake was also good, though a bit oilier than expected. Our sukiyaki hotpot with udon had a nice, comforting broth and the toppings were solid. My favourite was the house-special minced pork on rice. Its a pretty simple dish but always hits the spot. The portion size is a bit smaller than if you were to compare to a traditional Chinese style restaurant. I would say this place leans more toward trendy, individual/fusion-style Taiwanese dining rather than big family style platters. In our case, with 5 people sharing mostly appetizers / smaller dishes, we ended up spending about $20 per person (tip + tax included) which is still a pretty good deal. I'd absolutely go back for the popcorn chicken and the minced-pork rice bowl again.

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    Mabu Generation - House Special Spicy Hot Pot

    House Special Spicy Hot Pot

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